- Client-centred approach
- Speaks three languages
- BACP credential
About Mati
Mati Ma is a counsellor and psychotherapist who helps people with relationship strain, low self-esteem, career stress, anxiety and depression. He also supports those dealing with compassion fatigue, sleep disruption, intimacy questions and changes in life circumstances. Mati works in English, Mandarin and Cantonese and practices from a person-centred perspective that puts the client at the centre of the work.
Mati draws on three years of experience as a BACP-registered practitioner alongside earlier roles in schools and youth work. He has a background that includes work in behavioural intervention, school-based support in Canada and Scotland, and clinical practice in London. That mix shapes a practical, down-to-earth style.
In sessions he favours a client-centred approach. That means listening first and following the concerns a person brings. Conversations focus on what matters most now, whether that is coping with trauma and abuse, family of origin issues, or attachment and abandonment worries.
He also helps people with a range of focused concerns such as communication problems, codependency, commitment doubts, and challenges related to autism and Asperger syndrome. Practically, sessions explore coping skills for stress, ways to improve sleep, and steps to manage emotional overwhelm.
Mati uses accessible language and a calm, patient manner. He aims to make sessions feel straightforward and practical so people can try ideas between meetings. To start, people choose the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire before scheduling.
How client-centred work adapts to online therapy
Client-Centred Therapy puts the person’s experience first by prioritising listening, empathy and the client’s own goals. In practice this means the counsellor reflects what is shared, asks questions to clarify needs, and follows the pace set by the client. This approach can help with relationship worries, anxiety, low self-esteem and coping with life changes.Because Mati places the client at the centre of the work, he treats finding the right method as a collaborative task. He will talk with you about what feels most useful and adjust the approach over time. That way sessions can shift from talking and emotional support to practical coping strategies when those are needed.
If you want to arrange online work, please confirm the available session formats before booking. The practical benefits of remote sessions can include fitting appointments around work or caregiving, saving travel time, and using shorter check-ins when needed. Online meetings also make it easier to access a therapist who speaks your language, for example English, Mandarin or Cantonese. Registered or accredited professionals who offer online work often help people continue therapy across locations, but check the specific session options when you match and schedule.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Mandarin, Cantonese
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does this counsellor help with?
Mati supports people facing relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, career stress, anxiety and depression. He also works with issues like sleep problems, compassion fatigue, trauma and family-related concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a client-centred approach that focuses on listening and following the client’s priorities. Sessions tend to be practical and conversational, aiming to help people make small changes they can use between meetings.
What is his professional background?
He has three years of practice as a BACP counsellor and earlier roles in behavioural intervention and school-based youth support in Canada and Scotland. That experience informs a pragmatic way of working.
Where is he based and what credential does he hold?
He practises in the United Kingdom and holds registration with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, shown as BACP.
Which languages can sessions be offered in?
Sessions are offered in English, Mandarin and Cantonese.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He accepts international clients. Confirm any practical arrangements before booking to ensure they suit your location and schedule.
How are sessions priced and paid for?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Exact pricing is set according to the subscription options.
What are the steps to begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist’s availability.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.